A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” In 1 Peter 4:7-11, the apostle Peter tells us God’s will for us if we live like there is no tomorrow. Christians are to pray urgently, love intensely and serve faithfully. Pastor Nate emphasizes that Christians display their love for one another by using their God-given spiritual gifts in service. God is glorified when we are faithful stewards of these gifts.
A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” This sermon is based on 1 Peter 3:13 through chapter 4, where we find the most expansive theology on Christian suffering in the Bible. Peter focuses on uniquely Christian suffering; that is, hostility experienced in opposition to the declaration and demonstration of our faith. Peter gives us four keys to build faith through the fires of Christian suffering. Key #1: Be Ready for the Fires. Key #2: Focus on Doing Good in Spite of Suffering. Key #3: Embrace the Christian Perspective on Suffering. Key #4: Look to Jesus Christ for Strength.
A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” Lead Pastor Nate Keeler is giving a live-streaming message today because worship services are canceled due to the snow. The scripture passage is 1 Peter 3:13-17 in which the apostle Peter exhorts first century Christians facing persecution to honor Christ as holy and to be prepared to give a defense for their faith. We too have a faith grounded in a living hope; that is, a resurrected Savior. We are challenged to live in such a way that causes others to notice a difference and we are to be ready to give an answer for why we have hope. Our gentle, respectful response points to our living hope in Jesus Christ.
A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” How do Christian wives flourish even in hard marriages or with husbands who are not believers? Pastor Nate answers this question from 1 Peter 3:1-6
A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” In 1 Peter 2:13-3:7, the apostle Peter instructs Christians in how they should respond to authority, specifically in situations of unjust authority or when treated poorly. In the context of civil authority, scripture guides us through the principles of submission as well as the exceptions. With Christ as our model, Christians are called to submit to and respect those who hold positions of authority in our lives. We are also called to stand against any dehumanizing laws and practices, and to advocate for justice.